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Bristol City sign forward Marley Watkins from Norwich City

Norwich City's Marley Watkins in action
Image: Marley Watkins has secured a move to Bristol City

Norwich forward Marley Watkins has joined Bristol City on a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee.

The Wales international made the move to Ashton Gate after the two clubs agreed a deal for him to become the Robins' first signing of the summer.

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Watkins joined the Canaries in June 2017 on a free transfer from Barnsley and went on to make 27 appearances last season, with his only goal coming against Charlton Athletic in the Carabao Cup.

The 27-year-old made his debut for Wales in November 2017, during a 1-1 draw with Panama.

"Having worked with Marley before, I know he will add to our front foot and pressing style of play," Bristol City manager Lee Johnson told the club's official website.

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"His work-rate is superb, he's exactly the kind of player we want at the club and we welcome him to the Bristol City family."

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